It ran for an extended period in 2017 when the open-air real ice rink returned.

The 15 x 30 metre glittering ice rink is due to return to the Quays again in 2018.

Gloucester itself is home to some beautiful ancient monuments, and one of the country's best-loved cathedrals, founded in 700AD.

You can take a festive journey to a Christmas market aboard a steam hauled train (Image: The Steam Dreams Rail Company)

You will then board the train for a 4.30pm departure homeward bound and arrive back at Clapham Junction for 9.30pm.

The locomotive for this journey is not yet confirmed.

However, passengers can travel in one of four classes, starting from £109 per adult in Premium Standard where passengers are seated at tables of four, with crisp white tablecloths and served complimentary tea and coffee at their seats, right up to Pullman Style Dining at £269 per adult where they will enjoy a champagne breakfast or brunch on the outward journey and five course dinner on the return (child fares are available).

All passengers will be served complimentary mulled wine and a mince pie.

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The Steam Dreams chairman, David Buck, said: “There is always a very special atmosphere on board our Christmas trains and with the award-winning Christmas Market in Gloucester returning to the quays, it promises to be a memorable way to kick off the festive season.

“Those wishing to make a real day of it can also enjoy a champagne breakfast and a four or five course meal on board, in our Premier and Pullman Style Dining carriages.”

To find out more and to book you can call the Steam Dreams Booking Office on 01483 209888 or visit www.SteamDreams.co.uk.